Aquatics

YWCA Pool Schedules 

Effective May 18, 2026

YWCA Coached Masters Swim

Masters’ Swim – On Hiatus until the Fall!

May 11, 2026 – The Masters Program is on hiatus until the Fall.  Check back in September. 

The Master’s Program is available to swimmers 18+ years of age with some knowledge of all four strokes and the ability to swim 500 yards continuously.  All Master swimmers will have the opportunity to benefit from coaching experience.

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For more information, please contact Diane Sagaser, Aquatics Director.

YWCA Swim Lessons

 

Registration Instructions: Registration is open to everyone. YWCA membership is NOT required! All registrations are completed through CommunityPass.

Infant with Parent
  • Ages 6months – 18months
  • Working on water adjustment by singing songs, playing games, and repeated skills. Both adult and child learn water comfortability and positive swim experience



Toddler with Parent
  • Ages 18months- 36 months
  • Next stage of with parent classes, this class focuses on incorporating base skills into songs and games. We work on skills such as kicking, body position, blowing bubbles, and safely jumping in the pool

 

   

Pre-School
  • Ages 3yrs- 5yrs (not yet in Kindergarten)
  • Pre-school swim lessons are offered with and without parents and are designed to meet the unique needs of young children as they develop and strengthen swimming skills. Goggles are recommended as children are working on skills such as glides, backfloats, and base swimming skills.

       

 

                   

School-Aged
  • Ages 5 years + (must be currently in Kindergarten)
  • School- ages lessons are designed for all levels of swimmers as the groups are divided by like ability. Small ratios allow for individual needs to be met in each unique journey to water safety. Our 30 min lessons are centered around the goal of life long swimming and water skills. Classes are held in the lap pool and goggles are strongly recommended.

             
        
           
                  

North Shore Swim Club

Please visit North Shore Swim Club for competive and non-competitive swimming options for children ages 5 – 18.  
           
                  

Adaptive

Adaptive Swim Lesson options are available through private swim lessons.  Please contact Diane Sagaser for more information.  

Semi-Private & Private Swim Lessons
  • One on one instruction with flexible times. Made for all levels and skills. This is a great option for adaptive swimmers or unique needs. Please complete the application below to request private/ semi-private swim lessons.

YWCA Private Swim Lessons Application

Adult Swim Lessons
  • Lessons follow individual needs and meet each participant’s unique goals. Great for all levels from beginners to advanced technique work. Instructors help you build skills and swim more efficiently. It’s never too late to learn a new life skill, work towards swimming laps, or competing in a triathlon!

 

 

YWCA Aquatic Exercise Classes

Aquacise

 Water aerobics class combining cardiovascular exercise and strength based taking the pressure off your joints.

  • Monday: 12:00 pm
  • Tuesday/Thursday: 11:00 am
  • Wednesday: 5:15 pm
  • Friday: 2:00 pm (2 lanes)

Classes held in Lap Pool



Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program

Designed for those with arthritis. Max: 14

  • Monday: 11:20 am
  • Wednesday: 11:20 am
  • Thursday: 12:15 pm (Max: 10- session based purchase required. Member/Non-Member rates apply – This offering will return in September.)

 

   

Aqua - Stretch

Utilize the benefit of the warm water to stretch the entire body. (Max: 8)

  • Wednesday, 6:15 pm

       

 

                   

Aqua - Yoga

Designed to bring all the benefits of Yoga to warm water pool environment. (Max: 10)

  • Monday: 1:00 pm
  • Friday: 12:15 pm

             
        
           
                  

Gentle Aqua Movement

low impact, cardio class to inrease muscle strength, flexibility, balance and endurance.  Includes strength training with bar bells and noodles. Max: 14

  • Friday: 11:30 am


           
                  

Contact

YWCA Main Campus: 978-465-YWCA (9922)

YWCA Childcare Center: (978) 225-6210

Email: frontdeskywca@ywcanewburyport.org

program registration

Registration Instructions

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Hours

Mon-Fri: 6 am - 7:45 pm

Saturday/Sunday: 8 am - 1 pm